Holy Trinity Church, Stratford-upon-Avon

Holy Trinity, Stratford, on the banks of the River Avon, is probably England's most visited Parish Church. As well as being a thriving Parish church, it receives many thousands of visitors each year due to the fact that William Shakespeare was baptised here, worshipped here, and is buried in the chancel. There is also the famous bust of Shakespeare, the Clopton monument and many examples of fine stained glass windows.

Guided Tours

Discover some of the hidden secrets and history of this ancient Parish Church on a Guided Tour. So much to see and Shakespeare’s grave too.

Available from June to September every Wednesday and Thursday at 2.30pm*

Ticket Prices: £2 for adults and £1 for students
For more information Telephone 01789 266316 or visit www.stratford-upon-avon.org

*Tours may be changed due to services

A Message from the Vicar

The people of Stratford have worshipped God in this building for more than 750 years and on this site for over 1,000 years. Here, every day of the year, local Christians offer their praise to God, through his Son Jesus Christ, and in the power of the Holy Spirit.

Holy Trinity is the church where William Shakespeare was baptised, where he worshipped and where he is buried. Thousands of visitors come each year to view his final resting place.

When you visit, try to allow time to do more than just gaze at a grave! You will surely find yourself moved to wonder at the faith which led our ancestors to build this place with such skill and beauty. Feel the atmosphere of prayer and praise, an echo of the millions of prayers offered here over the centuries. Sit awhile in a place which is designed to make us especially aware of the love and the peace of God, and of his concern for the world.

We pray for our visitors each day of the year. We ask for your prayers, for the people and clergy of Holy Trinity.

Rev'd Patrick Taylor, Vicar

You can find out more about the work of the Friends of Shakespeare's Church HERE.

Favourite Church

Actor Sir Patrick Stewart has announced Holy Trinity as being his favourite church in a recent survey by the National Churches Trust. Sir Patrick, who has a long association as a Patron of The Friends of Shakespeare's Church, said, "Other than my boyhood Church – Mirfield Parish – it is the Church in which I have spent most time and because the remains of William Shakespeare lie in front of the altar. The building and William Shakespeare gave me comfort, calm and inspiration".

More information is available at www.favouritechurches.org.uk